Recalled products Safety Gate — EU safety alerts 2026
Safety Gate — EU product safety alert system (RAPEX)
Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX) is the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products. EU member states report products that pose a risk — from toys and electronics to cosmetics and clothing. The list below presents products recalled in the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) system that are relevant to the Polish market and is updated continuously.
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Latest recalled products from Safety Gate
extension cord 3 m, 3 sockets
Inadequate protection allows access to live parts, which may lead to electric shock. Potencjalne skutki: electric shock, serious injuries, possible life-threatening conditions.
GTV extension cord 5 m with 4 sockets
The plugs of the product have no covers, making live parts accessible. A user may touch live parts and suffer an electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock, bodily injury, life-threatening situation.
Ceiling lamp, metal housing, 4x GU10
Insufficient creepage distances and clearances, undersized internal wiring and unreliable lamp holder connections may make live parts accessible to the user. Potential effects: electric shock.
ENERO children's three-wheeled scooter
The front wheels are too small and may get stuck on uneven surfaces, and the handlebar tubes are not resistant to load and may collapse during use, causing the child to fall and suffer injuries. Potential effects: injuries, bruises, fractures.
Spider Man toy bow and arrows set
The suction cup of the projectiles can easily detach, creating a choking risk if swallowed by a child. Shooting the projectile without the suction cup may cause eye injuries. Potencjalne skutki: choking, eye injuries.
Bellelli rear bicycle child seat, 9-22 kg
The footrests have insufficient mechanical strength and may break, creating sharp edges that can cause cuts. A child's limbs may become trapped in the bicycle wheel, leading to serious injuries. Potential effects: injuries, cuts, limb damage.
Eau de toilette 100 ml Bi•es
The product contains the prohibited substance 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which may damage the reproductive system, harm the unborn child, and cause skin sensitisation. Potential effects: reproductive system damage, harmful effects on the fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Ceiling lamp with metal body
The product is not properly earthed. Metal parts of the lamp may become live if the insulation is damaged. The user may touch live parts and suffer an electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock.
Ceiling lamp with metal body
The product is not properly earthed, so accessible metal parts of the lamp can become live. The user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock.
Class II ceiling lamp with metal body
Accessible metal parts of the lamp can become live if the insulation is damaged, creating a risk of electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock.
Gel nail polish 8 ml VICTORIA VYNN
According to the ingredient list, the product contains diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is banned in cosmetics and may harm the reproductive system and cause allergic skin reactions. Potencjalne skutki: damage to the reproductive system, risk to the fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Gel nail polish 8 ml Victoria VYNN
The product contains diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), a substance banned in cosmetics, which may damage the reproductive system, harm the unborn child and cause allergic skin reactions. Potential effects: toxic effects, irritation, allergic reactions, reproductive complications.
ORCA submersible water pump, mains-powered
Due to inadequate earthing, insulation, cross-section of the power cord and insufficient clearance and creepage distances, the product poses a risk of electric shock to the user. Potential effects: electric shock.
LEAN Toys magnetic toy set
The set contains small, very strong magnets which, if swallowed, may attract each other through the intestinal walls, causing obstruction or perforation that requires urgent medical intervention. Potential effects: intestinal damage, serious complications, life-threatening condition.
LEAN Toys plastic crab toy with handle and rings
The toy has protruding parts that can be put into the mouth. A small child may choke on a part of the toy while playing. Potential effects: choking, serious risk to health and life.
Sternhoff LED lighting chain for interconnection
The product has insufficient mechanical strength, an undersized cross-section of wires, and a socket design allowing single-pole insertion of plugs, creating a risk of contact with live parts and electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock.
Push-along toy with plastic ball
The toy contains a small part (blue plastic ball) that can detach and pose a choking hazard to small children. The plastic bag packaging is too thin and may cause suffocation if placed over a child's head. Potential effects: choking or suffocation.
Midex jumping rope toy with counter
The plastic material of the toy contains an excessive concentration of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) up to 9.7% by weight, exceeding legal limits and potentially harming health, especially the reproductive system. Potential effects: damage to the reproductive system, long-term health complications.
Plastic ball 'Pegaz Toys' with detachable pendant
The plastic contains excessive levels of DIBP and DBP phthalates, which may harm children's health by damaging the reproductive system. Potential effects: damage to the reproductive system, developmental complications.
Plastic toy "Sheng Er Na" cow-shaped, battery operated
The sound pressure level produced by the toy is too high (up to 84.8 dB), which may lead to permanent or partial hearing loss in a child. Potencjalne skutki: hearing damage.
Outdoor LED lighting chain
The product is not adequately protected against moisture, has an insufficient cross-section of wires and the socket allows insertion of a single-pole plug. Accessible parts can become live, creating a risk of electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock, serious bodily injury, life-threatening conditions.
LEDon TIME lighting chain 2.5 m
The product is not protected against moisture, although it is recommended for outdoor use. Water can penetrate into the electrical components and damage the insulation, which may lead to electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock.
XUDO LED wall lamp
The terminal block is not permanently fixed, wires may loosen and touch metal parts, making them live and creating a risk of electric shock to the user. Potential effects: electric shock.
Magnetic toy 40 blocks + 18 balls
The toy contains small magnets with a high magnetic flux. If swallowed, they can attract each other, causing intestinal blockage or perforation. The non-breathable bag with drawstrings may cover the child's mouth and nose, leading to suffocation. Potential effects: bowel perforation, serious complications, suffocation.
Metal decorative hair comb with a bow.
The product contains an excessive concentration of cadmium (4% by weight). Cadmium accumulates in the body, can damage kidneys and bones and is carcinogenic. Potential effects: poisoning, organ damage, increased cancer risk.
Deodorant spray for men 75 ml Playboy
The product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), a substance banned in cosmetics. BMHCA may damage the reproductive system, harm the unborn child and cause skin sensitisation. Potencjalne skutki: reproductive system damage, risk to the fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Magnetic toy 20 magnets BIGTOYS
The toy contains small magnets with a high magnetic flux. If swallowed, they may attract each other through the intestinal walls, causing obstruction or perforation. Potencjalne skutki: intestinal damage, severe complications, need for emergency surgery, health risk.
BIGTOYS squeaky toy set
The toy contains an excessive concentration of the phthalate DEHP (up to 14.5% by weight), which can harm children's health and cause damage to the reproductive system. Potencjalne skutki: damage to the reproductive system, developmental disorders.
Plastic ball "Best Toys"
The toy contains excessive levels of phthalates DEHP, DBP and DIBP (up to 2.5%, 5.2% and 8% by weight). These phthalates can harm children's health, particularly the reproductive system. Potential effects: reproductive system damage, developmental disorders.
Extralink carbon monoxide detector
The product is not sufficiently sensitive to carbon monoxide (CO), which may result in the alarm not activating and exposing the user to CO poisoning and suffocation. Potential effects: poisoning, suffocation, life-threatening complications.
Brush cutter knife mounting with chains
The screws or rivets fastening the chains to the knife may break, causing the chains to detach during use and hit the user, leading to injuries. Potential effects: bodily injury, severe mechanical trauma.
Blade holder with chains for brush cutter
The screws or rivets fixing the chains to the blade may break, causing the chains to detach during use and hit the operator, leading to serious bodily injuries. Potencjalne skutki: injuries.
Mr Drill brush cutter knife attachment
The rivets fastening the blades to the disc may break, causing the blades to detach during use and hit the user, resulting in injuries. Potential effects: bodily injury, cuts, serious harm.
PVC tablecloth "RAVI DECOR" 90x130 cm
The product contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) up to 3.37% by weight, which can harm health and damage the reproductive system. Potential effects: fertility disorders, damage to the reproductive system.
Brush cutter blade holder
The rivets fastening the knives to the blade may break, which can cause the knives to detach during use and hit the user, causing injuries. Potencjalne skutki: mechanical injuries.
BIGTOYS musical toy set
The rattles and drum may easily break, releasing small plastic balls. A child may put them in the mouth, creating a choking risk. Potential effects: choking.
NEO TOOLS welding gloves
The glove seam may come apart when exposed to flame, so the gloves no longer provide adequate protection against high temperatures and burns. Potential effects: burns, skin injuries.
Happet LED aquarium lamp b/n 20210701
The mechanical strength of the power supply housing is insufficient and the product is not protected against moisture. The user can touch live accessible parts, which may result in an electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock.
Bluesky electric kettle 1.7 L
The product has insufficient insulation. The user may gain access to live parts and suffer an electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock, serious injuries, life-threatening conditions.
Triumph motorcycle
A combination of high ambient temperatures, high current load and excessive lateral tension may cause a bridge in the wiring between the alternator and the harness connector, leading to connector deformation and a short circuit, increasing the risk of fire and an accident. Potential effects: burns, injuries in an accident, property damage.
Jaecoo passenger car
The clamp securing the ECU wiring harness may be improperly mounted, which can lead to abrasion and a short circuit in the electrical system, causing loss of power or unexpected engine shutdown while driving. Potential effects: road accident, serious injuries.
Toy tricycle 3-in-1 Kidwell 2+
The tricycle is unstable and can easily tip over, causing injuries. Moving wheel parts can trap a child's feet. The plastic packaging bag is too thin and may cause suffocation if a child places it over the head. Potential effects: bodily injuries, suffocation.
easywalker baby stroller
The stroller's stability is insufficient and it may tip over sideways, leading to injuries to the child. Potential effects: bodily injuries, head trauma.
Extension cord 2 m 250 V 10 A ELGOTECH
The live pin holes of the socket are not fitted with shutters, allowing contact with live parts and potentially causing electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock, serious bodily injury.
Ice Flower antifreeze liquid 5 l
The product contains an excessive concentration of methanol (1.46% by weight). Methanol is highly toxic to the central nervous system and eyes; its ingestion may lead to blindness or death. Potential effects: poisoning, vision damage, death.
Toy tricycle "Mrowiec Toys"
The tricycle is not sufficiently stable. When used on uneven surfaces, it can easily tip over, causing a fall and injuries to the child. Potencjalne skutki: injuries, bruises, fractures.
FOCENAT headlight restoration kit 800 g
The product contains an excessive amount of dichloromethane, which affects the central nervous system, may impair neurological development and behaviour of the unborn child, and may cause cancer if inhaled. Potential effects: poisoning, neurological damage, carcinogenic effects.
ECOFOCET headlight restoration liquid 800 g
The product contains an excessive amount of dichloromethane. Dichloromethane affects the central nervous system, may impair neurological development and behaviour of the unborn child, and may cause cancer when inhaled. Potential effects: nervous system damage, impaired fetal development, cancer.
Doll - Soft toy 30 cm
The fibrous filling material of the toy is easily accessible. A small child may put it into the mouth and choke. Potential effects: choking.
Mounting for brush cutter blade "HZ"
Screws or rivets fastening the chains to the blade may break, causing the chains to detach during use and strike the user, leading to serious bodily injuries. Potential effects: mechanical injuries, severe trauma.
Wooden swing for children 2+ AZZAP
The swing has openings that may cause a child to fall, and the head may become trapped in them, which can lead to suffocation. Potential effects: suffocation, serious injuries.
Three-wheel tricycle with pedals
The toy has sharp edges that can cause cuts. There are accessible gaps between moving parts where a child's leg can become trapped, causing injuries. The plastic bag packaging is too thin and may cause suffocation if placed over the head. Potential effects: cuts, limb injuries, suffocation.
Peppa Pig toy set (boat, fishing rod, fish)
The toy contains small parts (plastic hook and ball) that can easily detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Potential effects: choking.
Power bank 10000 mAh
The device battery may overheat and swell, which can lead to a fire. Potential effects: burns, property damage, risk to health and life.
Gas regulator 37 mbar BRADAS
The product does not reduce the gas pressure to the required level. The gas flow to the connected appliance may be too high, creating a risk of fire and severe burns to the user. Potential effects: burns, fire.
Deodorant for women 150 ml
According to the ingredient list, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may damage the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Potential effects: reproductive toxicity, harmful effects on the fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Palmolive Naturals shower cream 250 ml
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Potential effects: reproductive toxicity, fetal complications, skin allergic reactions.
Toy balance bike
The saddle stem has sharp edges that may cause cuts. Handlebar parts and small components can detach, creating a risk of falling, choking, and suffocation from the thin plastic bag. Potential effects: cuts, injuries from falling, choking, suffocation.
Plastic doll with textile accessories
The toy contains excessive levels of phthalates DEHP (up to 1.64% by weight) and DBP (up to 4.56% by weight), which can harm children's health and damage the reproductive system. Potencjalne skutki: reproductive system damage, long-term health disorders.
Hair colouring mousse 75 ml
According to the ingredient list, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylobenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is banned in cosmetics. BMHCA may damage the reproductive system, harm the unborn child and cause skin sensitisation. Potencjalne skutki: damage to the fetus, fertility disorders, skin allergic reactions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Safety Gate?
Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX) is the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products. Member states report products that pose a risk, from toys and electronics to cosmetics and clothing.
What to do if you bought a recalled product?
Stop using or consuming the product immediately. Most recalled products can be returned to the store for a full refund, even without a receipt. On each alert page you will find a direct link to the official report with detailed information from the authorities.
What to do if you have this product?
A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.
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Do not eat or use the product
Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.
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Check the batch number and expiry date
Compare the batch/lot number and the best-before or expiry date with the details in the alert — sometimes only specific batches are affected.
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Return it to the shop
You can take the product back to the shop where you bought it. For a safety recall a refund is due even without a receipt.
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Get help and report it
If you feel unwell after using the product, contact a doctor. You can also report the case to the relevant authority — GIS, GIF or UOKiK.
General guidance for recalled products in Poland. Always follow the specific instructions in the official alert and from the manufacturer or retailer.